Eagle River Coalition hosts Annual Eagle River Water Festival
On September 19, the Eagle River Coalition hosted its sixth annual Eagle River Water Festival. Fifth-graders from throughout Eagle County who attend public and private schools or receive homeschool education gathered at Colorado Mountain College for a day full of all things water. The event started in 2019 with the…
Creating sustainable landscapes in your backyard
A water-wise demonstration garden at the Riverwalk in Edwards.Todd Winslow Pierce/Eaglevalleywild.org In the springtime, as crabapple trees bloom and aspen leaves unfurl, the snow on local peaks melts away and irrigation systems get turned on. It is the perfect time to reflect on outdoor water use in our arid climate….
Dilzell announces resignation as executive director of Eagle River Coalition
James Dilzell, executive director of Eagle River Coalition, has announced that he will be stepping down from the role after more than 5 years at the organization. The organization, Eagle River Coalition, advocates for the health of the Upper Colorado and Eagle River Basins within Eagle County. Its work includes…
Water in rivers is the solution we need
Local rivers are critical for all who visit or live in Eagle County, providing recreation opportunities, supporting a longstanding agricultural community and providing habitat for wildlife and aquatic life, from native trout to big horn sheep. However, these rivers are at risk. Over-allocation of water, a reduction of flows due…
